66°NORTH is proud to announce that it has accepted the Community Energy Earth Day Challenge.

By accepting the challenge 66°NORTH has committed to purchasing 400 KWh of clean, homegrown wind energy. There were 12 companies that took the challenge and together they will purchase a total of over 42 million kilowatt hours (kWh) of wind energy. These commitments will prevent the estimated release of 24,000 tons of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere – approximately equivalent to planting more than 21,000 acres of trees or removing 5,000 cars from the roads. Using wind energy is a clean, efficient and renewable source of power that is obviously eco-friendly and consumer appreciated. 

 “We are so pleased that this wide range of organisations stepped up to meet the Earth Day Challenge and commit to fuel-free, renewable energy,” said Brent Alderfer, Founder and Vice-President of Community Energy. “We look forward to working with these customers to spread awareness of the benefits of wind energy.”

About 66°NORTH

66°NORTH Ltd. is one of Iceland’s oldest manufacturing companies. It was established in the year 1926, it's been a longtime leading innovator in the creation of specialised clothing for use in the toughest conditions on land and sea. 66°NORTH Ltd also prides itself on being an expert in the production of supreme quality clothing for sports and leisure. Not only does 66°NORTH have happy customers, but an impressive list of awards for its designs and marketing campaigns.

Today, the company employs a team of over 300 people. It has 9 stores in Iceland under the names of 66°NORTH and Iceland Gift Store, as well as a store in Latvia and two stores in Lithuania. Furthermore the 66°NORTH apparel is sold in retail stores across Europe and North America.

For further information about 66°North visit our international website, www.66north.com.